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Chimbulak Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

Chimbulak Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 April 2026 14:43 CDT

Snow Forecast for Chimbulak

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Chimbulak Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Chimbulak?

Chimbulak Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,692m)
Next Snow Expected17 April
Next Snow Amount12cm
Next 48 Hours16cm
Next 7 Days16cm

Forecast for today in Chimbulak

Max 3℃
Min -2℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 3℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Fri
17

11cm to 17cm New Snow

Light SnowSnowSnowHvy Snow

Light snow first, snow showers then heavy snow showers, heavy snow later.

Snow Line from 2,374m to resort level (2,220m).

Forecast times for Chimbulak are in Almaty (Asia/Almaty) time zone.

Powder Alert!

Powder Alarm issued 17 April 2026 15:43 CDT

Powder Possible :- 16cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Chimbulak over the next 2 days.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Chimbulak from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
WindSW F2
3,163m
-3℃
Snow
+17cm
-4℃
Snow
+6cm
-1℃
Cloud
+2cm
3℃
Clear
7℃
Cloud
10℃
Cloud
4℃
Light Snow
+1cm
2,692m
-1℃
Snow
+12cm
-1℃
Snow
+4cm
1℃
Cloud
+1cm
5℃
Clear
10℃
Cloud
13℃
Fair
6℃
Shwrs
2,220m
3℃
Snow
+11cm
2℃
Snow
+4cm
4℃
Cloud
8℃
Clear
13℃
Cloud
16℃
Fair
9℃
Shwrs
Snow Line

varying 2,374m
to 2,220m

2,220m

varying 2,574m
to 2,220m

2,912m

varying 3,158m
to 2,897m

Max Town3℃2℃4℃8℃13℃16℃9℃
Min Town-2℃-3℃-1℃-1℃4℃4℃6℃

This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.

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Snow Reliability

Chimbulak enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 120 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski regularly.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chimbulak

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chimbulak, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chimbulak, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.

Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:

Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste

These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.

  • Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
  • Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.

WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Chimbulak is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.

Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts

Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Chimbulak will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.

New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.

Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.

Predicting Future Snow Quality

Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Chimbulak for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.

Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.